Melissa Marie Benoist is an American entertainer (Actor). She was born in Houston, Texas. She is known for Supergirl and Glee.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Melissa Marie Benoist
- Profession: Entertainer
- Age: 37 years old
- Date of Birth: October 4, 1988
- Place of Birth: Houston, Texas
- Nationality: American
- Height: 5 ft 8 in
- Spouse / Partner: Chris Wood
- Children: Huxley Robert Wood
- Marital Status: Married
Age
Melissa Marie Benoist is 37 years old. She was born on October 4, 1988 in Houston, Texas. She celebrates her birthday on October 4, and her birth sign is Libra.
Height
Melissa Marie Benoist stands at a height of 5 ft 8 in.
Weight
Weight information has not been publicly disclosed.
Education
She studied at Marymount Manhattan College.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: Marymount Manhattan College
- Qualification: BA
- Field of Study: Theatre Arts
- Period: 2011
Rise to Fame
- Cast as the lead character in the DC Comics-based series Supergirl. (2015)
Notable Works
Notable works include Supergirl, Glee, and Whiplash, among others.
TV & Streaming
- Supergirl: Kara Danvers / Supergirl (TV show, 2015–2021) — Lead role in the Arrowverse series.
- Glee: Marley Rose (TV show, 2012–2014)
Film
- Whiplash: Nicole (Film, 2014)
Awards & Achievements
- Saturn Award — 2016 — Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror FilmsBreakthrough Performance
Salary
Melissa Marie Benoist receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Entertainer in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.
Net Worth
Melissa Marie Benoist’s net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M (Est). This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being Employment.
Family & Relationships
Melissa Marie Benoist is married to Chris Wood. She has 1 child, including Huxley Robert Wood. She has 2 siblings, including Jessica Benoist and Kristina Benoist.
- Father: Jim Benoist
- Mother: Julie Benoist
- Siblings:
- Jessica Benoist
- Kristina Benoist
- Children:
- Huxley Robert Wood (2020)
Lesser Known Facts
- She made her Broadway debut playing the title role in Carole King's 'Beautiful' in 2018.
Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Melissa Marie Benoist
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: October 4, 1988
- Age: 37
- Birthday: October 4
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Houston, Texas
Career & Work
- Current Employer: Not publicly disclosed
- Current Title: Not publicly disclosed
- Current Program: Not publicly disclosed
- Specialization: Actor
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 8 in
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: Jim Benoist
- Mother: Julie Benoist
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Chris Wood
- Children: Huxley Robert Wood
Net Worth & Income
- Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Chris Wood (Spouse • Husband)
- Blake Jenner (Other • Ex-husband)
Online Presence
- instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissabenoist
